The Greece international was destined for a high-profile move from Olympiakos during the summer after impressing at the World Cup finals.

Reports both in the UK and in mainland Europe had the Gunners as frontrunners for the young defender, and some even claimed that at one point he flew to London to put the finishing touches on a move to the north London outfit.

However, he has spoken out about how he rejected a move to Arsenal as well as snubbing the chance to link up with Serie A champions Juventus, too.

“It’s true, Juventus sought me out after the World Cup.

“I could also have ended up at Arsenal. But I never went to London, as it was reported.

“Now, for me, there is only Roma. I’m very happy to have come here.”

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